2111
Pinks family
Looking up Cosmo 2111? It's a very light pink shade (#F5C2DA / RGB 245, 194, 218). Scroll down for Sullivans, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 2111
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Cosmo Colors to 2111
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 2111
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, Cosmo 2111 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Cosmo 2111 sits a hair from Cosmo 221 (ΔE 0.24) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 2111
Cosmo threads that pair well with 2111, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 2111 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 2111
Meet Cosmo 2111 — a vivid, very light hand-dyed thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as crisp and delicate — a go-to choice for baby projects and peony petals. It also turns up in patterns built around flamingo designs and tulip blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 2111 — what color is it?
Cosmo 2111 is a very light pink thread (hex #F5C2DA, RGB 245, 194, 218). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 2111?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 2111 is DMC 3689 (Mauve light) with a 68% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 963 (Dusty Rose ultra very light, 66%) and DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light, 62%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 2111?
The closest Cosmo threads to 2111 are 221 (ΔE 0.24), 2480 (ΔE 3.63), and 481A (ΔE 4.59). These are useful substitutes when 2111 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 2111 good for?
Cosmo 2111 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its very light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2111.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 2111?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 2111 has a contrast ratio of about 1.5:1 on white fabric and 13.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.